2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2006 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
